The day to leave came faster than I thought. Yesterday, I spent most of the day with the girls at the mall helping Rose pick out a gown for the mate ball. We found her a rose gold gown that fit all of her curbs and accentuates all of her assets. She will be a hit in this gown. After shopping most of the morning, we all went to lunch. And just enjoyed our time together. We laughed, talked and cried. I had to remind them that this was not goodbye forever, just for a short while and I should be back for the holidays. Talia and the twins may make it back before I do, depending on their mission.
Rose and Mona went to see a movie with Ben and Eli. Talia and I headed back to the pack. We both wanted to spend the extra time with our families. Talia’s parents were hosting a dinner for the twin’s family. They wanted them to have equal time with both families without having to split the time. It’s a good thing that all of our parents are already good friends and Talia and the twin’s siblings all hang out together. They really are a perfect match.
My parents and I had game day, where we just played board games with each other until dinner time. Mom cooked all of my favorites. She even made a red velvet cake for me. I can eat that cake every day. After dinner, we watched movies at home until we fell asleep on the couch. At some point in the night, dad must have carried me to bed. My alarm went off at 3 am. I need to be to the airfield by 6.
I get up and jump in the shower. After getting out of the shower, I dress in casual but comfortable clothes. I don’t really know what to expect on this trip. This is the first time I will train my gifts instead of just my physical body. I am getting more and more excited. I have never trained at the Blood Moon pack or with Alpha Clark. Actually, I have never worked with any of the groups I will meet this trip. There will be so many new experiences for me. Working with vampires has secretly been a dream of mine. They can do so many interesting things. I don’t know why I could train with them earlier. They are our allies, well, most of them. They have a few rebels, like we have a few rogues that are always stirring up trouble. But if it was all peaches and cream, there would be no need for a protector.
I walk downstairs with my luggage, and my parents are up waiting for me. Looks like my mom got up early and made me blueberry pancakes.
“Thanks mom. You are the best. You guys didn’t have to get up so early.”
“Do you think we were going to send our one and only off with spending this last little time together?” My mom asked.
“Well, since you put it like that. I’m glad you all got up.”
“Talia and the boys are on their way here, so you all can travel to the airfield together. We invited them to come eat with us.”
The doorbell rang as soon as my dad finished speaking. I went to let my friends in. They were also dressed similarly to me; casual and comfortable.
“Hi guys. I’m so glad you could make it to breakfast before we leave for the airfield. Come on in and grab a plate.”
The three of them came in, hugged my parents and filled their plates with pancake, sausage, bacon and eggs. After we ate, we loaded up in my dad’s SUV and headed out. My mom said her goodbye at the house and let dad drop us off with Talia’s dad. Good thing dad had three rows. The twins sat in the middle row, while Talia and I took the back row. The trip to the airfield was less than 30 minutes. I didn’t know the council had an airstrip this close to our pack. I asked my dad about it and he said that since our pack is the home of the protector and has served as enforcers for the kingdom; it made sense for them to have a small field close to us, Their main airfield is near the Royal pack, but they have small fields in all the regions, usually close to one of the packs that serve as a branch of the royal military, I’m just glad we won’t have to go through any major airports. I hated going through the major airports. There were so many people, noises and scents. I don’t know with humans want to cover their natural scent with all those smelly sprays.
My warrior team, lead by Warrior Peace, met us at the garage. Alpha Connor assigned three other warriors to my protections team. Those three are assigned to me, but not to the Protector team. They will be with me wherever I go. Warrior Peace is part of the Protector team. While he is traveling with me now, once he is fully trained, he will also go on missions with other members of the protector team. This young warrior will have a bright future ahead of him.
We all get out and unload my dad’s trunk. My dad took my bags to the plane and got ready to leave with Talia’s dad after a few tearful good byes. The twins just looked at Talia and me like they couldn’t understand why we were crying. They were smart enough not to comment on it.
Councilman Bari was waiting for us on the plane. The staff loaded all of our luggage and we entered the plane. Now this is luxury. The inside of the plane was plush.It was like being in a nice family room. The seats were like a deep comfortable love seat; one on each side of the plane. There was also a big screen TV to view movies in the lounge area. The other area had large recliner like seats with more than enough room for everyone. The interior was white with purple and gold accents. Once inside, it doesn’t feel like you are on a plane. Our pack has a private plane, but it is not nearly this incredible. I guess working for the royals has its perks.
“Welcome, young wolves. We will take off soon. Get comfortable and relax. The first part of this journey should only take about 2 hours. We will drop Seleste off at Blood Moon pack and then continue on to the next leg of the journey. We’ll all go with Seleste to blood moon and eat lunch there. Before we fly to Crescent Moon Pack to meet with Alpha Blake.”
We all find a seat and get comfortable. The warriors all sat around the lounge area. I got in one of the recliners and took a power nap. Talia and the twins sat together. Councilman Bari got in a recliner and started working on his laptop. I imagine that his work is never done. He represents all supernaturals. In no time at all, the pilot announced that we were landing. I slept the entire 2 hours. I guess I needed that nap after staying up late with my parents. It’s still early, only like 8 in the morning. Councilman Bari invited us all to breakfast before we head to Blood Moon pack. Although Talia, the twins, and I have already eaten, we didn’t want to stop the warriors from getting breakfast. We left just as breakfast was being served at the packhouse and I’m sure that snack we had on the plane did nothing for 4 warrior wolves.
We went to a buffet style restaurant. I have not seen a breakfast buffet outside of the pack since I was a pup. They had a good variety of food. I just got a coffee. Sam and Drew got them a full plate. Wolves eat a lot. We have a higher metabolism, so we need more food. If I wasn’t so nervous, I may have eaten a little more. We stayed at the buffet for about an hour or more. After my 3rd cup of coffee, Talia cut me off. She knew I would be bouncing all over the place.
While the warriors finished eating, Sam and Drew discussed their plans with Councilman Bari. I understand why the three of them were chosen. Talia, being of mixed ethnicity, would fit in with packs in South America, as well as the Caribbean Islands. Sam and Drew, like me, are more African than not, but they can blend into any situation. They are masters at changing their appearance when needed and adapting to their environment.
Talia and I go to the ladies’ room to freshen up while the men finish their discussion. I needed to touch up the little makeup I was wearing. Talia does not wear a lot of makeup either. Being a warrior isn’t always glamorous, but neither one of us would trade it for anything.
“Are you ready to meet the Blood Moon pack Seleste?”
“I really am. I have never met elemental wolves before. I’m looking forward to opening that part of my powers. I’m not sure what element I will be able to control, but I can’t wait to learn. My dad had some very nice things to say about Alpha Clark, so I am sure we will get along fine.”
“And like Councilwoman Paris said, he has not found his mate yet. What if you are his mate?”
“I don’t think so. Tamaska has been quiet and if she was close to her 2nd chance mate, I can imagine she would be all over the place. Besides, I’m not ready. I still have the residue of the rejection. I’m not ready to focus on anything but being the protector,”
“Ok, I understand. You know I have your back, no matter what. Since you are not ready, I don’t think the moon goddess would send him to you yet.”
“I agree. It will happen when it is supposed to happen. I just hope Rose finds her mate at the ball.”
“Me too. She was disappointed that he wasn’t a member of our pack. Do you think she will have to leave Blue Moon pack?”
“Actually, I do. I believe her mate will be a ranked wolf, but will be an ally, so we will still get to see her.”
“You sound very sure.”
“Its just a feeling and my feelings are usually right.”
We finished in the restroom and rejoined the men. Councilman Bari let us know that Alpha Clark is expecting our arrival. We will be at the pack in about 30 minutes.